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These weather maps show what to expect in New England today and Friday

A blistering heat wave is enveloping New England this week with record-breaking, dangerously hot temperatures.

Dave Epstein

When it’s hot outside, we often talk about the heat index. Here’s why it’s important.

Stifling heat and high humidity have been overpowering New England this week, leading to potential health risks.

Boston’s reenactors eschew comfort for authenticity in heat wave

Despite searing-high temperatures in the Boston area, living history guides on the Freedom Trail are staying in costume — more for their audience's comfort than their own.

Ken Mahan

At 98 degrees Wednesday, Boston breaks 101-year-old daily high temperature record

The heat index value also reached a staggering 107 degrees.

Tropical Storm Alberto was the first named storm of the hurricane season

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season began on June 1 and NOAA is predicting 17 to 25 named storms will develop.

Heat hacks: 12 tips and tricks to keep your house cool

We’ve compiled some tips on how to beat the heat and keep your home as cool as possible.

Forecast | Ken Mahan

Dangerous temperatures in the 90s will leave Greater Boston sweltering hot

A four-day heat wave has arrived, enveloping New England in excessive heat and humidity.

Forecast | Ken Mahan

What you need to know about this week’s heat wave

About 11 million New Englanders are under an excessive heat alert with temperatures soaring into the 90s and 100s.